Believers should view their service as a privilege and an expression of worship, not a burden for obtaining salvation.
Service to God should be seen through the lens of grace and gratitude, reflecting the work He has done in our lives. The preacher urges that worship and service are intertwined, coming together in a heart that seeks to glorify God. When believers understand that their service is a result of Christ’s love and grace, it transforms the act from a duty into a delight. Furthermore, since our service is unto the Lord, it becomes an act of worship and can enhance our relationship with Him. This perspective lays aside any notion of earning favor with God through our actions; rather, it emphasizes serving joyfully because we are already accepted in Christ.
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